Dorchester fire started 'most likely' by discarded batteries
The blaze started at the Ammonite building shortly before 6:45pm on the 29th of August
A fire at a local building on Brewery Square in Dorchester is believed to have started by accident, most likely after discarded batteries ignited in a rubbish bin.
The blaze started at the Ammonite building shortly before 6:45pm on the 29th of August.
A full review of the building and its fire precautions has now been carried out, with experts and fire engineers called in to help.
Part of the building is now safely back in use after support from fire crews and the council, and work continues with those responsible for the site.
In a statement, Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue said: "We believe the fire started accidentally and most likely caused by the ignition of some discarded batteries in a rubbish bin.
"The premises Responsible Person has, in consultation with their fire risk assessor and fire engineer, carried out a full and comprehensive review of the building and fire precautions.
"Subsequent to this, a safe, partial, reoccupation of the building has taken place, supported by DWFRS and local authority partners.
"We continue to work with the Responsible Person."